Larry Johnson led the Charlotte Hornets during their glory years. / Andy Hayt, NBAE/Getty Images

by Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, USA TODAY Sports

by Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, USA TODAY Sports

The Charlotte Bobcats might be short on history, but they could revive the city's basketball past.

CBSSports.com reported Friday that the Bobcats are actively trying to change the franchise's name back to the Hornets. Charlotte's franchise bore the Hornets moniker for 14 seasons (1988-2002) until the team was moved to New Orleans.